The unstable weather conditions in Dubai caused the halting of all transport services. However, the city’s road and transport authorities have resumed bus, taxi, metro and other services for commuters.
Dubai Resumes Transport Services For Public
RTA announces that Tram services are now fully operational across all lines, restoring their full capacity. It commends the awareness shown by Tram users, as together, we shared responsibility in confronting the exceptional weather conditions that affected Dubai and the nation…
— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
In a series of tweets on X (formerly, Twitter), the Road and Transport Authority in Dubai announced the resumption of several transport services.
Metro Services To Operate Regularly:
#Reminder: The Metro service is operating normally at the following stations, with bus services available for commuting between the affected stations:
Red Line:
➡️ From centrepoint Station to Business Bay Station
➡️ From Jabal Ali Station to Expo 2020 Station
Green Line:
➡️ From…— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
According to the post, at the following stations, Metro service operates regularly. Buses are available for travel between the impacted stations:
Red Line:
Centrepoint Station to Business Bay Station
Jabal Ali Station to Expo 2020 Station
Green Line:
Etisalat station to Abu Hail
Creek Station to Gold Souq Station
Tram Services Will Be Operating At Full Capacity:
#Reminder: #RTA is pleased to inform you that the #DubaiTram is running smoothly as per its regular schedule, with all Tram Stations operating at full capacity. Follow our channels for live updates. #YourComfortMatters
— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
In another tweet, the authorities also stated that the tram services are running smoothly as per the schedule. Further, all tram stations are operating at full capacity.
It praises the consciousness of Tram passengers, who collectively assumed accountability for addressing the unusual weather that has impacted Dubai and the region for the last two days.
Bus and Taxi Services Will Have Slight Delay In Arrival Timings:
For #PublicBus users, #RTA informs you that services are operating normally according to the regular schedule; please be aware that slight delays in bus arrival times are possible.
— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
#RTA informs you that taxi services are available to comfortably and easily transport you to your destinations in #Dubai. Please be aware that slight delays in taxi arrival times are possible. Thank you for your understanding.
— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
The bus services will operate normally as per the regular schedule. However, there will be a slight delay in the arrival timings of buses.
Similarly, for taxi services, there will be a slight delay but services will operate normally.
Sheikh Zayed Road Accessible:
#RTA advises drivers that Sheikh Zayed Rd. is now accessible from Dubai World Trade Centre Roundabout to Intersection 9 (where Sheikh Zayed Rd. with Al Maktoum Airport St.) heading towards Abu Dhabi. Please note that delays may occur in certain lanes due to water accumulation, as…
— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
The tweet states that Sheikh Zayed Road may now be accessed in the direction of Abu Dhabi from the Dubai World Trade Centre Roundabout to Intersection 9, which connects Sheikh Zayed Road with Al Maktoum Airport St. Please be aware that although efforts are being made to address and resolve this issue, delays may happen in some lanes owing to water accumulation.
Also, services for marine transportation are available during regular business hours.
#RTA informs you that the Marine Transport services are operating according to the normal working hours.
To check Marine Transport operating hours, visit our website https://t.co/d59n6xYb3x— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
However, in a separate tweet, the authorities requested citizens to stay at home unless necessary. Further, they can utilise 800 90 90 RTA digital services to complete transactions swiftly. They can speak with a contact centre agent by visiting the link and activating the Visual IVR feature.
#RTA recommends staying home unless absolutely necessary! You can utilise 800 90 90 #RTA_digital services to complete transactions swiftly and conveniently. Visit the link to activate the Visual IVR service, connecting you with one of our contact centre agents.
For more details,… pic.twitter.com/jlaYDrLRqp— RTA (@rta_dubai) April 18, 2024
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